Dr. Mikol Davis
Psychologist
Dr. Davis has worked in psychiatric hospitals, juvenile detention halls, residential treatment centers and outpatient clinics. He has a special interest in aging issues, has treated seniors up to age 85 years old and has expertise in depression, anxiety, addressing conflicts in families.
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Irritability and loss of interest in activities a person used to enjoy are two symptoms of depression, but there could be other causes for these two problems.
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Grieving is very individual and can take a year or longer before a grieving elderly person feels a lessening of the sadness and devastion.
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Alzheimer’s is indeed a devastating diagnosis for anyone. Spend as much time as you can enjoying the things your family likes to do while taking steps to plan for the future.
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Consider giving yourself the gift of a reprieve from your caregiving duties. Finding respite care for a senior loved one might be easier than you think. Respite helps keep seniors engaged and gives family caregivers a chance to recharge their batteries.
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Elderly people who are depressed have lost purpose in their lives, become mean and often lash out at others. When anyone expresses their desire to die, it is important to not take this comment lightly.